Introduction to Computers
The brain of the computer. This part does the calculation, moving and processing of information
CPU
An electronic tool that allows information to be input, processed, and output.
Computer
A part of the computer that reads information from a disk
Disk Drive
This part stores programs and other information on 2 or more disks that are located inside the computer
Hard Drive
The physical parts of a computer
Hardware
A small picture that represents a folder, program or other things
Icon
Part of a computer that allows a user to put information into the computer
Input Device
A worldwide network of computers
Internet
a device or type of expansion card that sends and receives information via a telephone to and from a computer
Modem
A part of the computer that all other parts are connected to. It allows all of the parts to communicate so they work together
Motherboard
two or more computers linked together to share files, software, and resources, such as printers
Network
A program that controls a computer's basic functions
Operating System
Parts of a computer that allow the user to see or hear information that comes out from the computer
Output Device
A name for the short term memory of the computer that is lost when the computer is turned off
RAM (random access memory)
is the small bit of memory that stays in the computer when it is turned off
ROM (read only memory)
Another name for computer programs
Software
additional components besides the main parts of the computer such as printers and scanner
peripherals
a basic computer function that refers to when a computer uses information
processing
can also be called an application or software
program
a basic computer function that refers to when information is saved in a computer
storage